Kemmannugundi Hill Resort

Overview

The word literally means red soil pit if the words Kempu, Mannu and Gundi are split. It is called so because of the red soil bed that is brilliant for growing certain crops, coffee plants and more.

It used to serve as the summer resort of Krishnaraja Wodeyar IV earlier, who later on donated the gorgeous property to the Karnataka Government, Department of Horticulture.

Yes, it is also popularly called the Sri Krishnarajendra Hill Station. Now, recently as per government orders, Jungle Lodges and Resorts Ltd., has taken over the operation and management of the guest houses and restaurant at Kemmanagundi from 1st March 2021.

Experience

Kemmannugundi is a beautiful hill station in Tarikere taluk of Chikkamagaluru district in the state of Karnataka, India. The station is ringed by the Baba Budan Giri Range with cascades, mountain streams and lush vegetation, Kemmangundi’s has ornamental gardens and mountains and Valleys views.

Kemmanagundi is a beautiful hill station in Karnataka. Also referred to as the Ooty of Karnataka, it is enveloped by lush green vegetation, beautiful dreams, gorgeous gardens and green crests and troughs of valleys and mountains. It lies on the fringes of the Baba Budan Giri Range.

To be exact, it is situated in the lap of Chikmagalur, Karnataka. The range is at an elevation of 1,434 meters above sea level offering serene pastures and beautiful green avenues. Breathtaking views, picturesque landscapes and panoramic luster radiates the beauty of the sap green stretch.

It is also called the Queen of Hills owing to its serene atmosphere and tranquil vibe. The weather out here is relatively cool and rather pleasant all year round. Owing to its location, the maximum temperature during the so-called hotter summer months goes up to 28 degrees Celsius. Way back, the hill was believed to produce medicinal plants and was called Chandra Drona Parvatha.

It was then called the Ooty of Karnataka, owing to the similarities between the terrain, the dense vegetation and soothing hill-station vibe with similar weather conditions.

Nearby Places to Visit

Z point is a vantage point at Kemmannugundi and is reached by a steep uphill trek of about 45 minutes from Resort. Shanthi Falls is on the way.

Hebbe Falls: A downhill Safari Jeep ride of about 12 km from Resort. (Rs.500 + taxes per person sharing basis) start from our resort.

Krishnarajendra Flower Park and Rock garden are maintained by the Horticultural Department of Karnataka. Many varieties of roses are cultivated there. Raj Bhavan guest house is located within the Krishna rajendra park.

   One day sightseen: (Rs.5000/- Per jeep)
    Start from Resorts 08:30am to 06:00pm

• Mullayanagiri is the highest peak in Karnataka.
•  Datta Peeta religious place. Maanikyadhara falls and Galikere Lake nearby.
• Seethalayyanagiri piligrimage centre
• Honnammana Halla falls near  Attigundi